romp
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noun \ˈrämp, ˈrȯmp\Definition of ROMP
2
a : high-spirited, carefree, and boisterous play b : something suggestive of such play: as (1) : a light fast-paced narrative, dramatic, or musical work usually in a comic mood (2) : an episode of lovemaking
3
: an easy winning pace; also : runaway 3
See Examples of ROMP
- The dogs love a good romp through the woods.
- The game turned into a romp in the second half.
- His latest film is a wildly amusing romp.
Origin of ROMP
partly alteration of 2ramp; partly alteration of ramp bold woman
First Known Use: 1691
Related to ROMP
2romp
intransitive verbDefinition of ROMP
1
: to run or play in a lively, carefree, or boisterous manner
2
: to move or proceed in a brisk, easy, or playful manner
3
: to win a contest easily
Examples of ROMP
- The kids were romping in the yard.
- <the kids romped on the lawn until dinner was ready>
Origin of ROMP
alteration of 1ramp
First Known Use: 1662
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